HeidiSQL Alternatives

HeidiSQL is described as 'Supports MySQL, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL, and PostgreSQL for data viewing, editing, and exporting with no tracking and offline capabilities' and is a very popular database management tool in the development category. There are more than 100 alternatives to HeidiSQL for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Mac, Linux, Web-based and Self-Hosted apps. The best HeidiSQL alternative is DBeaver, which is both free and Open Source. Other great apps like HeidiSQL are MySQL Workbench, phpMyAdmin, Beekeeper studio and DB Browser for SQLite.

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  1. pgAdmin icon
     74 likes

    pgAdmin is the most popular and feature rich open source administration and development platform for PostgreSQL, the most advanced open source database in the world.

    78 pgAdmin alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
    • Flathub
    • Flatpak
     
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    pgAdmin vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Negative
    0

    It is a PostgreSQL specific app.

    • pgAdmin is Free and Open SourceHeidiSQL is also Free and Open Source
  2. drawDB icon
     21 likes

    DrawDB is a robust and user-friendly database entity relationship (DBER) editor right in your browser. Build diagrams with a few clicks, export SQL scripts, customize your editor, and more without creating an account.

    41 drawDB alternatives

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
     
  3. Letos icon
     63 likes

    A free, open source, multi-platform SQLite database manager written in C++, with use of Qt framework.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
     
  4. TablePro is a free, open-source database client for macOS and iOS. It connects to MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, MongoDB, Redis, SQL Server, Oracle, ClickHouse, DuckDB, Cassandra, and more using native drivers (no JDBC).

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Homebrew
    • iPhone
     
  5. Tableplus icon
     35 likes

    A native app which helps you easily edit database data and structure. TablePlus includes many security features to protect your database, including native libssh and TLS to encrypt your connection.

    119 Tableplus alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • iPhone
    • iPad
     
  6. dbForge Studio for MySQL is the universal MySQL and MariaDB client for database management, administration and development. With the help of this intelligent MySQL client the work with data and code has become easier and more convenient.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    dbForge Studio for MySQL vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Top Positive Comment
    bsienn
    5

    Fast, latest, auto completion is great. Better GUI

    WanetaH7
    Positive
    0

    dbForge Studio offers a more robust and user-friendly experience, making it a strong alternative to HeidiSQL for comprehensive database management, design, administration and development.

    nev-logan417
    Positive
    0

    HeidiSQL is great for basic tasks, but dbForge Studio stands out with advanced debugging, visual query building, and data comparison tools. It also provides intuitive UI enhancements and sophisticated automation options, making it ideal for developers and DBAs handling complex database environments.

    3 of 32 comments
    • dbForge Studio for MySQL is Freemium and ProprietaryHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
  7. dbForge Edge icon
     43 likes

    Unified solution for schema design, visual SQL development, automated data import/export, advanced analysis with pivot tables, cross-platform comparison, synchronization, query profiling, admin tools, user, session and server monitoring for major databases.

    46 dbForge Edge alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    dbForge Edge vs HeidiSQL Comments
    WanetaH7
    Positive
    0

    dbForge Edge is consistently updated to support the latest database features.

    gaddis18ri
    Positive
    0

    If you are looking for something much more powerful feature-wise than HeidiSQL - it's dbForge Edge.

    JakeF777
    Positive
    0

    dbForge Edge provides a set of functionalities that span across the development process, including design, coding, testing and deployment.

    • dbForge Edge is Freemium and ProprietaryHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
  8. Efficient browser-based tool for database management, designed for simplicity and versatility. Features include a user-friendly query editor, powerful data management capabilities, and a flexible connection manager supporting Postgres, MySQL, and SQLite.

    Cost / License

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    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Online
     
  9. dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is a GUI tool for database development management. The IDE for PostgreSQL allows users to create, develop, and execute queries, edit and adjust the code to your requirements in a convenient and user-friendly interface.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
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    dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL vs HeidiSQL Comments
    WanetaH7
    Positive
    0

    It includes powerful features such as database comparison, synchronization, that go beyond the basic functionalities offered by HeidiSQL.

    • dbForge Studio for PostgreSQL is Paid and ProprietaryHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
  10. DbVisualizer icon
     39 likes

    DbVisualizer is the Universal database tool for developers, analysts and DBAs. It runs on all major OS'es and connects to all major databases and JDBC drivers.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
     
  11. SSMS is a software application that is used for configuring, managing, and administering all components within Microsoft SQL Server. It includes both script editors and graphical tools which work with objects and features of the server.

    56 SQL Server Management Studio alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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    SQL Server Management Studio vs HeidiSQL Comments
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    DB administration, queries, execution plans/statistics, more in-depth tool set.

    • SQL Server Management Studio is Free and ProprietaryHeidiSQL is Free and Open Source
  12. Toad Edge icon
     28 likes

    Toad for MySQL is a freeware development tool that enables you to quickly and efficiently create and execute queries, automate database object management, and develop SQL code. Toad MySQL provides utilities to compare, extract, and search for objects.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Windows
     
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